National Institute of Rural Open Schooling Board
The National Institute of Rural Open Schooling Board (NIROS) New Delhi has heralded a revolution in the open school education scenario of the state and the nation over the last decade. Operating under the aegis of The Ministry of Education (MOE), set up the National Open School in March 1977, NIROS pioneers the constitutional provisions of open school education for all. We aim to translate the educational aspirations of students from not just the state, but across the nation, into reality through our qualitative open educational facilities.
The mission of NIROS is to provide learner-centric quality school education, skill upgradation, and training through the Open and Distance Learning (ODL) mode of education. Our goal is to ensure that education is accessible to all, regardless of their socio-economic background, by offering flexible learning opportunities.
The mission of NIROS is to provide inclusive education, particularly focusing on:
Empowering women and girls who have been unable to pursue their education through the formal system.
Offering educational opportunities to young people in rural areas, ensuring they have access to the same quality education as their urban counterparts.
Facilitating continued education for those who are balancing work with their desire to further their academic qualifications.
NIROS, under the auspices of the Open Schooling initiative of the Indian Government's Education Department, is vested with the authority to register, examine, and certify students up to pre-degree level courses. Our programs deliver education through printed materials, face-to-face counseling (Personal Contact Programmes), lab practicals / training, eBooks, and online support.
The syllabi, duration, examination, and certification standards of NIROS align with those of formal examinees under the Indian Government's Education Department's Open Schooling. Our certification is equivalent to that of other member boards of Open Schooling on a reciprocal basis, ensuring wide recognition and acceptance.
Ensure that education is accessible to all segments of society, especially those who have been marginalized or underserved by the traditional education system. Focus on delivering secondary and senior secondary education to students in both rural and urban areas who face economic and social barriers.
Conduct awareness training programs and campaigns to inspire and inform the community about the importance of education and its role in socio-economic development. Promote ideological inspiration and transformation in line with current social, economic, and technological changes.
Equip students with the knowledge and skills required to seize job opportunities and avoid the pitfalls of commercialized education. Prepare students for employment by providing them with a robust educational foundation and practical skills.
Offer education through a blend of printed materials, face-to-face counseling (Personal Contact Programmes), lab practicals/training, eBooks, and online support. Provide flexible learning schedules that accommodate the diverse needs of students.
NIROS provides education nearest to your place of stay or work, with flexibility in time, place, choice of subjects, and examination schedules. This flexibility aims to suit your personal requirements and interests, making it easier for you to achieve your educational goals.
We encourage you to explore our website and prospectus carefully to make informed choices about your subjects and study plans. Our website and prospectus offer detailed information about various courses of study, subject choices, credit transfer, credit accumulation, study modes, and examination and certification flexibility.
NIROS offers extensive support through its Study Centers, which provide Personal Contact Programmes (PCP), Tutor Marked Assignments (TMA), and specially developed study materials. Our admissions process is streamlined through identified Study Centers and online registration, making it convenient for you to join us.
NIROS operates under the auspices of the Open Schooling initiative of the Government's Education Department. We are authorized to register, examine, and certify students up to pre-degree level courses. Our curriculum, examination standards, and certification are equivalent to those of other national open schooling boards, ensuring broad recognition and acceptance. We encourage prospective students and their families to explore our offerings through our website and detailed prospectus. Here, you will find comprehensive information on course options, subject choices, credit transfer and accumulation, and the flexibility of our study and examination processes.
Contact us today to learn more about our courses and admission process.
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